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The speaker says that imagination and inner feeling are enough to feel uplifted. Instead of relying on anything physical, they describe a personal, inward way of rising above ordinary limits.
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Originally said in English.
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About Melody Lee
Melody Lee is a Korean-American poet and educator. She blends traditional Korean poetic forms with contemporary themes, exploring identity, memory, and the immigrant experience. Her work often reflects on cultural displacement with quiet precision and emotional depth.
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